Microeconomic Theory
The course gives a sound understanding of the formal core theories of microeconomics. It goes deeper than previous courses into topics such as consumer demand, producer supply and general equilibrium analysis. The course emphasizes mathematical analysis in developing the theory, but also explores its relationship with graphical analysis and formal economic reasoning. Although the course focuses on the theoretical framework of microeconomic analysis, there will also be some applications presented to illustrate the use of these analytical tools.
Information from the course leader
Welcome to the course Microeconomic Theory, 7.5 hp!
This course is a collaboration with Uppsala University where all teaching and examination will be held.
For more information about the course, click here: https://uppsala.instructure.com/courses/70511
Information to our new international students
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Register for the course at SLU only
It is not possible to self-register for this course in Ladok Student. How to register for the course depends on what programme you are enrolled in:
* Students on Agronomprogrammet – ekonomi can register by sending an email to econ-edu@slu.se. The deadline is 22 of August.
* Students starting a master's programme will be registered as part of the roll call for their programme.
You can only get access to the course material on Studium at Uppsala University after you have registered at SLU. It may take up to a few days after the registration at SLU before you receive a confirmation from Uppsala University that you can activate your student account at Uppsala University. You also need a student account at Uppsala University to access their Ladok Student to sign up for exams.
Please note that you must be admitted and registered to attend the course. Unregistered students may NOT stay on the premises, for reasons of insurance, and cannot participate in examinations. If you withdraw from the course, we kindly ask you to notify econ-edu@slu.se. We will register a non-completion in Ladok and notify Uppsala University.
If you need special support, please inform the course leader or student administration at the start of the course so that special arrangements can be made, for example for examination. Certificates from Nais must be presented with information about the support recommended for you. More information can be found here: Study support
Questions
If you have questions regarding the course content, the student account, Studium or Ladok Student at Uppsala University, please contact studentadmin@nek.uu.se. For other questions, please contact econ-edu@slu.se.
Course evaluation
The course evaluation is now closed
NA0135-10147 - Course evaluation report
Once the evaluation is closed, the course coordinator and student representative have 1 month to draft their comments. The comments will be published in the evaluation report.
Additional course evaluations for NA0135
Academic year 2024/2025
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10228)
2024-09-02 - 2024-10-31
Academic year 2023/2024
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10377)
2023-08-28 - 2023-10-30
Academic year 2021/2022
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10247)
2021-08-30 - 2021-11-01
Academic year 2020/2021
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10211)
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Academic year 2019/2020
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10177)
2019-09-02 - 2019-10-31
Academic year 2018/2019
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10236)
2018-09-03 - 2018-11-11
Academic year 2017/2018
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10065)
2017-08-28 - 2017-11-05
Academic year 2016/2017
Microeconomic Theory (NA0135-10045)
2016-08-29 - 2016-11-06
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
NA0135 Microeconomic Theory, 7.5 Credits
Mikroekonomisk teoriSubjects
EconomicsEducation cycle
Master’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 7.5 | 0201 |
Advanced study in the main field
Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsMaster’s level (A1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent of 180 credits, of which 90 credits in Economics.Knowledge equivalent of English B from upper secondary school.
Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student is expected to have a sound understanding of the formal core theories of microeconomics.
Content
This course provides deeper insights into the core elements of microeconomic theory such as consumer demand, producer supply and general equilibrium analysis. It emphasizes mathematical analysis in developing the theory, but also explores its relationship with graphical analysis and formal economic reasoning. The course begins with the mathematics of optimization, the models of consumer and firm behavior, and moves on to market coordination of individual decisions. The model is closed with the theory of general competitive equilibrium. While the course focuses on the theoretical framework of microeconomic analysis, there will also be some applications presented to illustrate the use of these analytical tools.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se.Responsible department
Department of Economics
Grading criteria
Grading criteria for NA0135 Microeconomic Theory, HT2022
The course is offered in collaboration with the Department of Economics at Uppsala University (UU), which is also responsible for the examination of the course.
The course examiner grades the students according to the grading scale decided by the Department of Economics, UU, for the course 2NE811 Microeconomic Theory while applying the below grading criteria.
|
Exam points |
UU grade |
|
0 – 49% |
Fail / F |
|
50 – 54% |
Sufficient / E |
|
55 – 64% |
Satisfactory / D |
|
65 – 74% |
Good / C |
|
75 – 89% |
Very good / B |
|
90 – 100% |
Excellent / A |
SLU uses a different grading scale for NA0135 Microeconomic Theory than what is applied by UU for 2NE811 Microeconomic Theory. Below is a table for transferring the grades decided by the course examiner at UU to SLU's grading scale.
|
UU grade |
ECTS grade |
SLU grade |
|
Fail |
F |
F |
|
Sufficient |
E |
3 |
|
Satisfactory |
D |
3 |
|
Good |
C |
3 |
|
Very good |
B |
4 |
|
Excellent |
A |
5 |